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Spring Hill Montessori

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Montessori
Ages
Ages 2–5
Teacher ratio
1:12 (CA min)

825 Middlefield Dr, Petaluma, CA 94952

Visit website ↗(707) 763-9222Directions ↗Licensed for 107
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
2
Complaint visits
3
Last visit
9/19/2024
Total visits
10

Citations are part of routine licensing oversight and range from minor (Type B) to serious (Type A). A citation alone doesn't mean a program is unsafe — read the full reports for context.

Source: California Dept. of Social Services, Community Care Licensing (updated 2025-09-29). View official inspection reports →

About this preschool

The Spring Hill School is a small independent school with a Toddler and Primary Campus serving children 18 months to 6 years old through Montessori classrooms. The school emphasizes differentiated learning, global citizenship, STEAM curriculum, and creating a safe, nurturing community where each child is known and valued.

Philosophy
At Spring Hill we offer a safe, positive, and caring school environment where students make authentic relationships with their peers and their teachers. We foster a nurturing and friendly school culture where each student and family feel welcomed and valued. Our dedicated teachers model respect and support each student, while our diverse community enriches our students' education and lives. Through project-based, experiential learning the school actively engages students in creating projects that center on sustainability and innovation.
Ages served
18 months to 6 years old (Toddler and Primary Campus)
Outdoor
Three engaging play spaces and an ever-changing garden on the Toddler and Primary Campus

Programs

  • •Montessori classrooms
  • •STEAM (Science Technology Engineering Art and Math) curriculum
  • •Project-based learning
  • •Global citizenship education
  • •Summer camp

Highlights

  • ✓Seven-to-one student-teacher ratio
  • ✓Average class size of 14 students
  • ✓Founded in 1975
  • ✓Small by design independent school

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Summarized by AI from the preschool's own website (Jun 23, 2026). Not written or verified by PreschoolWise — confirm details directly with the program.

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